Milena is a feminine form of Milan which is a short form of Slavic names beginning with the element 'mil' meaning 'gracious'. A city in Italy bears this name, though it originates from a different source.

Milena as a rule is not a leader in the family; that role is taken by her husband.

She is noted for her coolness and lack of emotion. Warm and kind Milena is a rare bird. Milena can make a good economist, doctor, nurse, saleswoman, teacher, accountant or engineer.